2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
