1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Almera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |