2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 58 L |
