2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (208 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
