1995 Proton Persona vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Proton Persona.
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, 1995 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Proton Persona | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Persona | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
