2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2010 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Highlander | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
