2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
