2000 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 13 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 325 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 2013 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | Azera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2845 mm |