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Ford Focus vs Mercury Cougar

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2018 Ford Focus

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2002 Mercury Cougar

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Overview

SpecFord FocusSMercury CougarBase
Selected trimSBase
Body styleSedanHatchback
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20182002

Pricing & market

SpecFord FocusSMercury CougarBase
MSRP$17,950$16,520 (best)
Lowest listing price$6,423 (best)—
Median listing price$8,860 (best)—
Highest listing price$15,717 (best)—
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FocusSMercury CougarBase
Combined MPG28 MPG (best)24 MPG
City MPG25 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)31 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal15.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord FocusSMercury CougarBase
Horsepower160 hp (best)125 hp
Torque146 lb-ft (best)130 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FocusSMercury CougarBase
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)3
Cargo volume13.2 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity—1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight2,928 lbs2,892 lbs (best)
Wheelbase104.3 in106.4 in (best)
Length178.7 in185 in (best)
Width71.8 in (best)69.6 in
Height57.8 in (best)52.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FocusSMercury CougarBase
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Open recalls (YMM scope)71 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimFord FocusMercury Cougar
1

S

$17,950 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$16,520 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SE

$19,245 MSRP

Base

$17,020 MSRP

3

SE

$20,540 MSRP

Sport

$17,520 MSRP

4

SEL

$21,870 MSRP

Sport Premium

$18,520 MSRP

5

SEL

$22,070 MSRP

Sport Ultimate

$19,920 MSRP

6

Titanium

$24,270 MSRP

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7

Titanium

$24,470 MSRP

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8

ST

$25,170 MSRP

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9

Electric

$29,120 MSRP

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10

RS

$41,120 MSRP

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Ford Focus vs Mercury Cougar FAQ

Which is better: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 Ford Focus vs 2002 Mercury Cougar on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2002 Mercury Cougar starts lower at $16,520. Live Ford Focus listings start at $6,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
The 2002 Mercury Cougar leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,520).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (34).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (115).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on horsepower in this comparison (350).
Which has better seats: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
The 2018 Ford Focus leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2018 Ford Focus or 2002 Mercury Cougar?
The 2002 Mercury Cougar leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 Ford Focus vs 2002 Mercury Cougar?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Focus (5/5 NHTSA overall).