2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 277 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |