2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Twingo. 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Twingo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
