2000 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
