2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2008 Renault Koleos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (229 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Q7 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 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 | 2295 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
