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 100 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 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 805 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.
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 Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 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.
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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 | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |