2002 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2002 Audi A3 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |