2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 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.

Because 2010 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Renault Kangoo 2010 Porsche 911
Make Renault Porsche
Model Kangoo 911
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Panel Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1460 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 450 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 429 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 67 L


 

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