2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP) has 261 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
