2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 482 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
