2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 999 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Charger | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
