2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
