1999 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
