1998 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2010 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (311 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2010 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |
