2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 215 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.
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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kangoo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
