2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 910 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | iQ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |