2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (238 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercury | Jeep |
| Model | Cougar | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
