2007 Opel Astra vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Opel | Mercury |
| Model | Astra | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |
