2012 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2012 Audi A8 and 2012 Renault Koleos were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Koleos. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5268 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3122 mm | 2690 mm |
