2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 867 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1968 Mercury Cougar
Make Chevrolet Mercury
Model Avalanche Cougar
Year Released 2005 1968
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5325 cc 5769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 297 Nm
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2467 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2830 mm


 

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