2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
