2001 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
