2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 784 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, 2003 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Kangoo | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
