1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 2009 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 111 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |
