2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 444 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | C-MAX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
