1999 Renault Espace vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 1999 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Espace | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
