2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP) has 261 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 430 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |