2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Kangoo | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |