2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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, 1996 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
