2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 360 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos. 2008 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2690 mm |
