2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2011 Subaru Forester 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. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Kangoo | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |