2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Saloon | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
