2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2008 Lotus Elise 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Koleos weights approximately 769 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Elise. 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 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
