2011 Renault Koleos vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2011 Renault Koleos and 2011 Mazda 2 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Koleos weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 Mazda 2. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Koleos | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Koleos | 2 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2489 mm |
