2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2006 Renault Kangoo and 2006 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 155 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.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Kangoo | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |