2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Kangoo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
