1997 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1997 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |