2008 Acura TL vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 189 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
