2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Renault Koleos. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Koleos. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touareg | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
