2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1993 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2880 mm |
