2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Crossfire | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |