2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XF | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |