2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 142 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | FR-V | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |