2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 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 1999 Toyota Camry. 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 1999 Toyota Camry 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. 1999 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
