1996 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Megane and 2002 Renault Kangoo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
