2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Allion (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Allion |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |