2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2008 Renault Kangoo and 2008 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Kangoo | SX4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |