2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 393 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.
Because 2011 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
