2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 193 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.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Kangoo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
