2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet 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 81 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet.
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) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
