2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kangoo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2635 mm |
