2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
