2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2006 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Kangoo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
