2004 Renault Laguna vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna 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 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Renault | Mercury |
| Model | Laguna | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
