2003 Renault Koleos vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Koleos | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
