2008 Kia Spectra vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Kia Spectra 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 341 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 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Spectra | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Spectra | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |