2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Mercury | Tatra |
| Model | Cougar | T700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
