1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 6 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 561 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star (265 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
