2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 Renault Kangoo and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Kangoo | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |