2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
