1994 Ford Contour vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 133 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Contour | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
