2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70.
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, 2008 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Volvo C70 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. 2008 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Kangoo | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
