2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Cougar would be higher. Both 2004 Volkswagen Jetta and 2002 Mercury Cougar are equipped with a 1,982 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercury |
| Model | Jetta | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
