2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (105 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
