2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
