2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 559 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 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
