2006 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |