2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 6 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |