2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 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 1998 Rover 75. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Kangoo | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
