2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Kangoo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |