2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 357 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2013 Toyota Yaris 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. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |