2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz A and 2001 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | A | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
