2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 855 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Kangoo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
