2000 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
