2005 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
