2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 157 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mondeo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
