1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008

To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 44 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 159 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.

Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mercury Comet 2010 Peugeot 5008
Make Mercury Peugeot
Model Comet 5008
Year Released 1966 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6393 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 267 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 546 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2735 mm


 

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