2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 835 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
