2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 1994 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Cougar | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
