2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Because 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
