1998 Acura NSX vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | NSX | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |