2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 431 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S-MX | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
