2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Renault Fregate weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Fregate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1959 Renault Fregate (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
