1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB3 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
