2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 498 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.
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 Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vivaro | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vivaro | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |