2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 473 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.
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, 1998 Volvo S40 (299 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Kangoo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
