2012 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2010 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2010 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Elantra | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
