2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Renault | Ferrari |
| Model | Kangoo | 599 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |
