2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 Isuzu I-350 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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | I-350 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |