2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 815 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |
