2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 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 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |