1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | GT 1 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
