2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 947 kg more than 2003 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
