2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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. 2006 Toyota Fortuner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 376 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |