2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 345 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
