1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Kangoo (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
