2008 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. 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 Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Espace | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Espace | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |