2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 184 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
