2012 Nissan Livina vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Livina 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 755 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Livina. 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, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina. 2012 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Nissan Livina | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Livina | Koleos |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |