2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (104 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (103 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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 (240 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (145 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
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2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 6 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |