2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestar | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
