2006 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Lexus GS 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GS | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |
