2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Cougar | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Cougar | Cooper |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |