2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Kangoo | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
