2003 Renault Koleos vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 246 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Koleos | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
