2005 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Montero | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
