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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Kangoo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
