2009 Renault Trafic vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. Both 2009 Renault Trafic and 2004 Renault Kangoo are equipped with a 1,870 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Trafic | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Trafic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
