1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
