2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | Kangoo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |