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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 74 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 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. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated 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 |