2012 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 404 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Insight | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
