2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
