2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Renault Koleos.
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, 2011 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
