2006 Hummer H2 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (326 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1589 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.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hummer H2 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Hummer | Mercury |
Model | H2 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |