2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 Scion tC.
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, 2011 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Renault | Scion |
| Model | Kangoo | tC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
