1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
