2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 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 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 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 | 1360 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
