2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 16 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
