2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 281 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
