2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1270 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 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Kangoo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 127 L |
