2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar 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 97 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2005 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Cougar | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |