2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (320 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
