2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
