2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
