2008 Renault Koleos vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Renault Koleos and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Koleos weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. 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 i20. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Koleos | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Koleos | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2525 mm |
