2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2010 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Mercury | Hummer |
Model | Cougar | H3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |