2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 160 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 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Kangoo | C30 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |