2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Kangoo | Journey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1692 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |