2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (122 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris.
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, 2008 Toyota Auris (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Auris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |