2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cee'd | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
