1998 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Puma | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
