1996 Opel Calibra 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 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Calibra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
