2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
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2004 Ford Fusion | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fusion | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |