2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 810 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Koleos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |