2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2001 Volvo Hatric
To start off, both 2001 Mercury Cougar and 2001 Volvo Hatric were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo Hatric (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo Hatric should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo Hatric weights approximately 44 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, 2001 Volvo Hatric (280 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo Hatric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2001 Volvo Hatric 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 Volvo Hatric will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2001 Volvo Hatric | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | Hatric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2442 cc |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1451 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
