2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 23 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Accent | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |