2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 375 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 Vauxhall Omega. 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 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kangoo | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
