2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 406 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Tucson | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |