2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
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, 1991 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Cougar | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
