2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |