2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Cruze (148 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Holden Cruze (320 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Cougar | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
