2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |