2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Renault Kangoo and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Megane. 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Kangoo | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |