2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP) has 256 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1641 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
