2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |