2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Uplander | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
