2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
