2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2001 Mercury Cougar and 2001 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 280 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 2001 Lincoln LS 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 2001 Lincoln LS. 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2001 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Mercury | Lincoln |
Model | Cougar | LS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |