2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena 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 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 244 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena. 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Siena | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |