1989 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (169 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
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1989 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Cougar | Koleos |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 169 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |