2009 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Koleos weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Koleos. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |
