2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Kangoo | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
