2007 Maserati Spyder vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo

To start off, both 2007 Maserati Spyder 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 635 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.

Because 2007 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Maserati Spyder 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 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Maserati Spyder 2007 Renault Kangoo
Make Maserati Renault
Model Spyder Kangoo
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 76.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 18.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.6 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 50 L


 

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