2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 528 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Cougar | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
