2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Kangoo | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
