2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2009 Ford E-350 and 2009 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 680 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Koleos. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2690 mm |
