2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 256 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kangoo | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 94.5 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
