2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 353 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
