2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
