1993 BMW 856 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 856 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
