2008 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
