2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 810 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 Lancia Voyager. 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 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2012 Lancia Voyager 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. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Kangoo | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
