2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 142 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Because 1961 Vauxhall Velox 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 1961 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kangoo | Velox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
