2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 8 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 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2009 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
