2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 867 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 2012 Ford Expedition. 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. 2012 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Ford Expedition | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Koleos |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 169 HP |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2690 mm |