2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Renault Kangoo (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |