2003 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 1 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. 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, 2003 Opel Astra (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
