2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1993 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | CX-9 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |