1989 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac 6000 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 6000 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
