2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 270 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
