2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 454 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLR McLaren | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 781 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |