2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1996 Renault Spider
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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
Because 1996 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1996 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
