2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |