2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
