1999 Renault Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 304 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
