2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
