2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 325 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.
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 Kangoo (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
