2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 10 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
