2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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 Renault Kangoo (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Picanto | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |