2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 1999 Tata Estate
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Estate 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 1999 Tata Estate. 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, 1999 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 1999 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Kangoo | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
