2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
