2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. 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, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (170 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Kangoo | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
