2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
