1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 2007 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Cougar | Outback |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |