2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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.
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2006 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Renault | Smart |
Model | Kangoo | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |