2012 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Renault Koleos. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 775 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | GL | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 169 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2690 mm |
