2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Koleos weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2011 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Jetta | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2690 mm |
