2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Sunfire | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |