2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 664 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 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | SRX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
