1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
