2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Kangoo | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |