2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 845 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.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Cougar | XC90 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |