2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 GMC Envoy 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1084 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.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Envoy | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
