2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Renault Koleos.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
