2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 159 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |