2005 Ford Lynx vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Ford Lynx 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. Both 2005 Ford Lynx and 2004 Renault Kangoo are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Lynx. 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Lynx | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Lynx | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
