2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 45 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
