2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Town & Country | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |