2009 Audi TT vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
