2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
