2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 422 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 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Kangoo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
