2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
