2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Prius (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Prius 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, both vehicles can yield 118 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
