2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 193 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |