2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Panda | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
