2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 327 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Peugeot iOn 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 Peugeot iOn. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | iOn |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
