2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane 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. Both 2001 Renault Kangoo and 2011 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Megane weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Megane. 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, 2011 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| 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 | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
