2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 174 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |