2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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 Xterra (385 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Xterra | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
