2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Aspen | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |