2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, both 2005 Renault Kangoo and 2005 Scion xA were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Renault | Scion |
| Model | Kangoo | xA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
