2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Kangoo | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
