2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Centieme | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |