2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 15 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Expedition | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 495 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |