1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1212 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cougar | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
