2002 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 400 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 2002 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
