2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1281 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.
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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2010 Ford Edge 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. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Kangoo | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
