2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 1992 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
