1998 Nissan President vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2008 Renault Koleos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | President | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
