1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 139 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.
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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Mercury | Jeep |
Model | Cougar | Compass |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |