2005 Morgan 44 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 44 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
