2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. Both 2003 Renault Kangoo and 1996 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
