2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos. 2010 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Koleos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 366 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 | 2142 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2690 mm |
