2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 705 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Ipsum 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 Ipsum | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Ipsum |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |