2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-250 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
