2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo

To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 95 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Renault Kangoo 2005 Renault Kangoo
Make Renault Renault
Model Kangoo Kangoo
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Panel Van Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 95 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 76.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 160 km/hour 136 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.7 seconds 18.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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