2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Renault Kangoo and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. 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 (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Kangoo | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |