2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |