1994 Ford Orion vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Orion | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
