2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |