2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 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 | 200 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
