2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kangoo | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
