2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2012 Chrysler 200 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. 2012 Chrysler 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Kangoo | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2766 mm |
