2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2003 Renault Kangoo has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Kangoo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
