2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 147 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 3 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |