2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
