2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 830 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 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Kangoo | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 136 L |