2011 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Terracan | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
