2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac SRX | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | SRX | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |