1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 215 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
