2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 625 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Kangoo | Venga |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |