2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
