2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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2006 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |