2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
