2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 2003 Chrysler Sebring has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
