2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-350 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | E-350 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |