2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Equinox and 2006 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Equinox | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |