2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 302 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |