2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 199 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
