2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 100 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Kangoo | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1564 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |