1998 Peugeot Partner vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot Partner | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | Partner | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
