2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 495 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2708 mm |
