2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Koleos weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Koleos. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Avalanche | Koleos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |