2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
