2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
