2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 416 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
