1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
