2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
