2006 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 97 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
