1998 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Pony | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
