2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 524 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.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
