2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kangoo | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
