2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 887 kg more than 2011 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2690 mm |
