Opel Grandland 2017 vs Renault Kadjar 2018
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 159 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
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Renault Kadjar is a more dynamic driving. Opel Grandland engine produces 29 HP less power than Renault Kadjar, whereas torque is 30 NM less than Renault Kadjar. Due to the lower power, Opel Grandland reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 litres | 55 litres | |
| Ground clearance: | 188 mm (7.4 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Renault Kadjar can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Renault Kadjar version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster, Dacia Dokker | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Grandland might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Renault Kadjar engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Opel Grandland 2017 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Opel Grandland 2017 1.2 engine Renault Kadjar 2018 1.3 engine: The engine is reliable. However, in the event of problems, getting spare parts and repairs can be difficult. Fuel consumption is reasonable, and the engine is not too demanding on fuel quality. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.48 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.61 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Opel Grandland is 1 cm shorter than the Renault Kadjar, 2 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 514 litres | 472 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1652 litres | 1478 litres | |
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Opel Grandland has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Opel Grandland has 42 litres more trunk space than the Renault Kadjar. The Renault Kadjar may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Grandland (by 174 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Grandland is 0.8 metres more than that of the Renault Kadjar, which means Opel Grandland can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`930 | 1`889 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Opel Grandland has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Kadjar has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Opel Grandland, so Opel Grandland quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | no data | 18 000 | |
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