2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 347 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 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
