2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 349 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 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 RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
