2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 30 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 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2008 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. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Kangoo | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Camry |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |