2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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2008 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |