1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 605 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |