2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 550 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, 2008 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2008 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Colorado | Koleos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |