2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
