2003 Renault Koleos vs. 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Koleos (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 811 kg more than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Koleos (105 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 1990 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Koleos | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
