Mercury Cougar Cougar VIII

Mercury - Cougar VIII

Details-
BrandMercury
ModelCougar
GenerationCougar VIII
Modification2.5 V6 24V S (199 Hp)
Start Of Production1998
End Of Production2002

Body & Dimensions

The Mercury Cougar is a four-seater coupe with a length of 4700 mm (185.04 in), width of 1770 mm (69.69 in), and height of 1320 mm (51.97 in). It has a wheelbase of 2700 mm (106.3 in), with a front track of 1505 mm (59.25 in) and a rear track of 1490 mm (58.66 in). The car has three doors and a spacious interior with four seats.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats4
Doors3
Length4700 mm 185.04 in.
Width1770 mm 69.69 in.
Height1320 mm 51.97 in.
Wheelbase2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front Track1505 mm 59.25 in.
Rear Track1490 mm 58.66 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car is a Coupe model that runs on Petrol (Gasoline) as its fuel type.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Engine & Transmission

The Cougar is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 2.5L V6 engine, producing 199 Hp and 228 Nm of torque. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and features a DOHC valvetrain and multi-port manifold injection. The car has a spring strut suspension system and a naturally aspirated engine.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power199 Hp @ 6750 rpm.
Power Per Litre78.2 Hp/l
Torque228 Nm @ 5500 rpm. 168.16 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeDuratec
Engine Displacement2544 cm3 155.24 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore82.4 mm 3.24 in.
Piston Stroke79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Compression Ratio10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-20 / Ford WSS-M2C930-A
Coolant9.5 l 10.04 US qt | 8.36 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionSpring Strut
Rear SuspensionSpring Strut

Brakes

The Ford Cougar is a sports car with ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, equipped with ABS for enhanced braking. It features a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering. The car runs on 205/60 R15 tires.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size205/60 R15

Weight & Capacity

The Ford Cougar is a mid-size car with a kerb weight of 1375 kg and a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters. It has a powerful engine with a weight-to-power ratio of 6.9 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6 kg/Nm. The trunk boot space is 410 liters, making it suitable for daily use.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio6.9 kg/Hp, 144.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio6 kg/Nm, 165.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1375 kg 3031.36 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum410 l 14.48 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercury - Cougar VIII

The Mercury Cougar has four seats.

The Mercury Cougar is a coupe.

The Mercury Cougar has a length of 4700 mm (185.04 in), width of 1770 mm (69.69 in), and height of 1320 mm (51.97 in). It has a wheelbase of 2700 mm (106.3 in), with a front track of 1505 mm (59.25 in) and a rear track of 1490 mm (58.66 in).

1967-1997 and 1999-2002

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This car uses Petrol (Gasoline) as its fuel type.

The model of this car is a Coupe.

No, this car is not an electric or hybrid vehicle.

2544 cm3 or 155.24 cu. in.

Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual

The Ford Cougar has ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.

The Ford Cougar has a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering.

The Ford Cougar has 205/60 R15 tires.

1967-1997 and 1999-2002

Ford Mustang

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The kerb weight of the Ford Cougar is 1375 kg or 3031.36 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity of the Ford Cougar is 60 liters or 15.85 US gal / 13.2 UK gal.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Ford Cougar is 6.9 kg/Hp or 144.7 Hp/tonne.