1985 Renault Siete vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Siete | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Siete | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
