2009 Ford GT vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 143 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
