1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Spirit | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
