2000 Lada 112 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 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 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 48 more horse power than 2000 Lada 112. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 269 kg more than 2000 Lada 112. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112. 2001 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada 112 has manual transmission. 2000 Lada 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada 112 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | 112 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
