2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 299 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |