2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2007 Renault Kangoo and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, both vehicles can yield 148 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.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Kangoo 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Renault Volkswagen
Model Kangoo Jetta
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 148 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.1 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1271 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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