2009 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
