1998 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
