1996 Mercury Cougar vs 1997 Mercury Tracer Wagon
| EPA figure | 1996 Mercury Cougar | 1997 Mercury Tracer Wagon |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body · drive | Midsize · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas | Wagon · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 18 | 28 |
| City / highway MPG | 15 / 23 | 24 / 34 |
| Fuel a year | $3,700 | $2,400 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 494 | 317 |
| Engine | 4.6 L 8-cyl | 2.0 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd | Manual 5-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.