2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Cougar | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cougar | Bravada |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |