2004 MG ZS 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 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | ZS | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
