2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 218 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Cherokee | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |