1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 13 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 223 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Cougar | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |
