2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 946 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Tahoe | Cougar |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |