2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 8 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2013 Infiniti EX 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. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Kangoo | EX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |