2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Koleos weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Koleos. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Highlander | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 336 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 | 1384 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
