2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 13 kg more than 2003 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 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
