2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 3 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
