2005 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1966 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cougar (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1966 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz V | 1966 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | V | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |