2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | CX-7 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |