2009 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
