2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1961 kg more than 2002 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 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Excursion | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 50 L |