1998 Ford Probe vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Probe weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
