2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 665 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
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2007 Renault Kangoo | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Kangoo | Swift |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |