2011 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 426 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Touran | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
