2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 7 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 100 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Auris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
