2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 3 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Kangoo | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
