2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
