1999 Lexus GS vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, both 1999 Lexus GS and 1999 Mercury Cougar were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 316 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus GS | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | GS | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |