2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1028 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
