2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Kangoo | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1564 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
