2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kangoo | RVR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
