2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Excursion | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 58 L |