2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 458 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Allion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |