1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 6 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 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 192 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 (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 607 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |