2004 Porsche GT2 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 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche GT2 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | GT2 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
