2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
