2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 Mercedes-Benz E500 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E500 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
