2003 Renault Koleos vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Koleos | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
