2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Venture |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |