2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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 Q7 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Q7 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
