2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 938 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Defender | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |