2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 407 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Tucson | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 249 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |