1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |