1976 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 660 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
