2003 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2003 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
