Subaru XV 2017 vs Renault Kadjar 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Subaru XV) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Renault Kadjar) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 116 HP | |
| Torque: | 196 NM | 260 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds | |
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Subaru XV is more dynamic to drive. Subaru XV engine produces 34 HP more power than Renault Kadjar, but torque is 64 NM less than Renault Kadjar. Thanks to more power Subaru XV reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres | 55 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Ground clearance: | 221 mm (8.7 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru XV 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 15 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Subaru Forester | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Renault Scenic, Renault Megane, Dacia Duster | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Renault Kadjar might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Kadjar 2018 1.5 engine: The engine has undergone numerous modifications and is relatively commonplace, with a plentiful supply of spare parts. It exhibits an optimal fuel consumption/power ratio. However, the fuel injection system ... More about Renault Kadjar 2018 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.47 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.62 m | 1.61 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Subaru XV is 2 cm shorter than the Renault Kadjar, 4 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 385 litres | 472 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1290 litres | 1478 litres | |
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Renault Kadjar has more luggage space. Subaru XV has 87 litres less trunk space than the Renault Kadjar. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Kadjar (by 188 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Subaru XV is 0.9 metres more than that of the Renault Kadjar, which means Subaru XV can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`940 | 1`994 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 19 400 | 17 800 | |
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