2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos. 2012 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Koleos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 417 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |