2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Koleos weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK8 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
