2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Viper 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 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
