2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 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 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1564 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
