1998 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |