2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 202 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
