1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
