2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1998 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Skoda Felicia (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Skoda Felicia.
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, 1998 Skoda Felicia (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 1998 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Kangoo | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
