2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 405 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 Toyota Sienna. 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 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
