2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 5 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-8 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
