2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 159 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.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i40. 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Kangoo | i40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
