2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
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2007 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Kangoo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |