2002 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo 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 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | Twingo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |