2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 10 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), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Kangoo | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1621 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
