2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 13 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 393 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.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan GT-R | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Nissan | Mercury |
Model | GT-R | Cougar |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 607 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |