2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2006 Renault Kangoo and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |