2008 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 330 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 Mercedes-Benz A (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz A | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | A | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |