2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |