2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 313 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |