2005 Mazda AZ 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 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ 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 Mazda AZ 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | AZ | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
