2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |