2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A3 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |