2006 Honda S2000 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 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 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | S2000 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |