2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 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 46 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 156 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Tribute | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |