1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo 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) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Aygo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |