2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 210 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, 1999 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Kangoo | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
