2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
