2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |