2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Outlander | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |