2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (180 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (285 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | PT Cruiser | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |