1999 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu VehiCross | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | VehiCross | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
