2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Kangoo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
