2012 Renault Koleos vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Koleos | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Koleos | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
