2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 361 kg more than 2011 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
