2000 Audi TT vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 1 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 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi TT | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | TT | Cougar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |