2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Renault Kangoo and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 342 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Kangoo | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |