2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1367 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
