2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2008 Renault Koleos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Koleos weights approximately 408 kg more than 2000 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique. 2008 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mystique | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mystique | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
