2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
