2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 431 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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2006 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |