1996 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
