2003 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | RSX | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |