2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 1 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 417 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream 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. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C-Airdream | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
