2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
