2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 2007 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2007 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
