2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Kangoo | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |