2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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. 2005 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Kangoo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
