1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Cougar | Alto |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |