2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn SC. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Kangoo | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
