2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. 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 Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra 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 Supra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
