1991 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
