2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Malibu and 2004 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Malibu | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |