2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 720 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Kangoo | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
