2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 160 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 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Kangoo | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Kangoo | Caldina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |