1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
