2008 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 157 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 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
