2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Cruze | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
