2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Cougar | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | Cougar | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |