2006 Dacia Logan vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Dacia | Renault |
Model | Logan | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |