2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Kangoo | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |