2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Renault Koleos. 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 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
