2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (192 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
