2012 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2012 Acura TSX and 2012 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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. 2012 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Acura TSX | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TSX | Koleos |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 169 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2690 mm |