2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 2000 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
