2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 6 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Venza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |