2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1075 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 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 18.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
