2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A8 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |