2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Renault Kangoo and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 200 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 Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane 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 Megane | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Kangoo | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |