2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 531 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tucson | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
