2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2002 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | ML | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |