2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 941 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kangoo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
