1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 66 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Montego | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
