1993 Renault Express vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 555 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Express | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
