2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Trajet and 2008 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 2008 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Trajet | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
