2000 Honda FCX 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 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 474 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. 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, 2000 Honda FCX (273 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Honda FCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda FCX | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | FCX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1314 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
