2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy 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 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Kangoo | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
