2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 56 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.
Because 1998 Tata E 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 1998 Tata E. 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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Cougar | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
