2001 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. Both 2001 Renault Kangoo and 2003 Renault Kangoo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 97 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
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2001 Renault Kangoo | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Kangoo | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |