2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Kangoo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
