2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2010 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. 2010 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Discovery | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 169 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
