1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 7 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 11 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Cougar | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
