2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
