2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 368 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 Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Sonata | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |