2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Kangoo | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
