2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 1993 Mercury Cougar 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9, 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | CX-9 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |