2011 Honda CR-Z vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2011 Honda CR-Z and 2011 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Koleos weights approximately 454 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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, 2011 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-Z | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1196 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2436 mm | 2690 mm |
