1999 Proton Saloon vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Saloon | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Saloon | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
