2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 4 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Rover 25.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Rover 25 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Kangoo | 25 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |