1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 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 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Bora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
