2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Trafic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
