2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
