2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50.

Because 2000 Ford TL-50 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 Ford TL-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford TL-50 1999 Mercury Cougar
Make Ford Mercury
Model TL-50 Cougar
Year Released 2000 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1310 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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