2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
