2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 561 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
