1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1417 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 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cougar | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
