2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
