2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 165 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
