2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 170 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 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Kangoo | 45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |