2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Evora. 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | Kangoo | Evora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
