2004 Honda Pilot vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 536 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Pilot | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
