2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Porsche 996

To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.

Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Mercury Cougar 2005 Porsche 996
Make Mercury Porsche
Model Cougar 996
Year Released 2001 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2543 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 228 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 82.8 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1407 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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