2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 546 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 2011 Jaguar XF 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 2011 Jaguar XF. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2011 Jaguar XF 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. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
| Model | Cougar | XF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
