2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (62 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
