2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 1997 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Partner. 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 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot Partner. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Cougar | 1997 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | Partner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
