2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Cougar (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercury Cougar 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GT | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |