2006 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dacia | Mercury |
Model | Logan | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |