1998 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Sienna | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
