2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
