2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Cougar 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 12 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
