2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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2004 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |