2008 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2690 mm |
