2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
