2009 BMW X6 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 951 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X6 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4395 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |