2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Cougar | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1103 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
