2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Renault Kangoo and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Eos |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |