2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2003 Porsche Cayenne and 2003 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP) has 261 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1287 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
