2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |