2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 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), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |