2009 Honda Stream vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream 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, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 124 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream 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 Honda Stream | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Stream | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |