2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2004 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |