2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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2004 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |