2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1994 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 457 kg more than 1994 Proton Saloon. 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 (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1994 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Cougar | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
