2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Journey weights approximately 452 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2002 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Cougar | Journey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2891 mm |
