1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | V6 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
