2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Wrangler | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
