2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 101 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |