2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |
