2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2012 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Avanza | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
