2001 Lada 111 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 111. 2003 Renault Kangoo has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 2001 Lada 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Kangoo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 111 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 111 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
