2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 560 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2011 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Kangoo | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
