2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Sonic | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4039 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2690 mm |
