2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Kangoo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
