2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 146 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Stilo | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |