2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2010 Ford Taurus 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. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Kangoo | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2868 mm |
