2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | CC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2708 mm |
