1998 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 402 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Elise | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
