2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 71 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Centauri | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
