1988 Mercury Cougar vs 1989 Mercury Tracer
| EPA figure | 1988 Mercury Cougar | 1989 Mercury Tracer |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body · drive | Compact · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 21 | 24 |
| City / highway MPG | 18 / 25 | 23 / 26 |
| Fuel a year | $3,200 | $2,800 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 423 | 370 |
| Engine | 3.8 L 6-cyl | 1.6 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd | Automatic 3-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.