2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 571 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.
Because 2006 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
