2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 529 kg more than 2003 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vivaro | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
