2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Soul. 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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Kangoo | Soul |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |