2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2008 Renault Koleos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Koleos weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
