2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Kangoo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
