2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 3 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |