2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
