2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
