2004 Mini One vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Mini One.
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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini One | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | One | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |