1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Safrane | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |