2004 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti QX4 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX4 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |