2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 30 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 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Venza. 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Toyota Venza 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. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |