2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Elantra and 2005 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
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2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Elantra | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 18.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |