2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6. 1996 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2002 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Cougar | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Xedos |
| Model | Cougar | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
