2008 Opel Agila vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Agila (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila.
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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Agila | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
