2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |