2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
