2005 GMC Savana vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1233 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Savana | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
