2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Captiva | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |