2000 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |