2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Kangoo | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |