2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Renault Kangoo and 2008 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. 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 2008 Renault Clio. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
