2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 2008 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | QX56 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
