2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Voyager 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 976 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 Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2004 Chrysler Voyager 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 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
