2000 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 20 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 2000 Honda Legend. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 297 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 | 1670 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
