2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 663 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.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-150 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
