2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |