2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1502 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (447 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
