2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo.
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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Kangoo | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |