2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 362 kg more than 2000 Saturn L.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn L. 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Kangoo | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |