2000 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra 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, 2000 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2000 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
