2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 93 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |