2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
