2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Koleos weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 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, 2011 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Terios | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
