2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo 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 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 107 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Combo.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2009 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Cougar | Combo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
