2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Eos (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 390 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |