2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2004 Renault Kangoo and 2004 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 591 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Kangoo | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |