2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Kangoo | Baja |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |