2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 140 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 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Kangoo | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
