2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 2 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2005 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
