1998 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 200 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |