2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 2009 Dacia Sandero has manual transmission. 2009 Dacia Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dacia | Mercury |
| Model | Sandero | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
