2012 Renault Koleos vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, both 2012 Renault Koleos and 2012 Ford Mondeo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Koleos | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Koleos | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
