2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | R8 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
