2007 Acura TL vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 1993 Mercury Cougar 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | TL | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |